With our daughter, Leana, now joining Oh Lou Lou, I finally have the time to share our experience — what truly works for the skin.
In spring, everything seems to bloom — except the skin.
This is often the moment when what used to work no longer feels the same.
The skin may become more sensitive, a little unstable, or simply harder to read.
In reality, the skin is adjusting — and it needs a different kind of care to do so.
Changing temperatures, higher humidity, stronger light, and rising pollen levels all place a different kind of pressure on the skin.
This is when we often see: itchiness, flare-ups, redness, eczema becoming more active, rosacea and couperose reacting more easily.
In Ayurveda, this time of year is seen as a season of release. What was stored during winter — heaviness, density, stillness — begins to move. Often, it shows through the skin.
One of the most common reactions in spring is to do more — to cleanse more, to correct.
This is often where the imbalance begins.
When the skin becomes more reactive, it does not necessarily need more products.
It needs to be supported, without being disturbed. This is why lighter rhythms help.
A gentle oil cleanser that cleans without stripping — always with a warm towel.
A light oil or serum, just enough to support without weight.
A floral water — rose, lavender, or neroli — to calm and rebalance.
It is this simplicity that allows the skin to find its rhythm again.
Similarly, hydration and nourishment from the inside matter.
Warmer, simpler meals. Less heavy, rich foods.
A small amount of bitter herbs each day — lettuce, rocket, or dandelion.
Vegetables such as broccoli, celery, or eggplant.
Spices — ginger, fenugreek, a little turmeric.
These small shifts help the body release toxins — and the skin becomes more balanced.
Ritual for calming skin
A quick DIY 2-step ritual to calm irritated, red, and flared-up skin.
Soak a soft cloth in cool (not cold) water, ideally with chamomile or lavender hydrosol.
Place it on the skin, let it warm, refresh, and repeat once or twice.
Then press 2–3 drops of a blend:
1 tbsp MCT oil
+ 1 tsp calendula oil
+ 1 tsp hemp seed oil
Optional:
1 drop lavender or helichrysum
We chose lightweight MCT oil (fractionated coconut oil) for its silky, weightless feel, and ability to soothe sensitive skin and deliver other calming plant ingredients.
Press the oil into damp skin. The skin settles not when we do more — but when we do just enough, with the right rhythm.
From time to time, I will share skin routine tips like this that make a difference.
If you want to ask something about your skin, you can simply send me an email.
I read every message.
With love,
Suzana
